California Code, Labor Code - LAB § 2676.7

Any local agency which issues business licenses or permits shall require, as a condition of issuing any business license or permit for a garment manufacturing business, proof that the person applying for the license or permit is registered pursuant to this chapter.  The official Division of Labor Standards Enforcement registration form issued pursuant to Section 2675 shall constitute proof of registration.

A person may apply for a business license or permit prior to registration with the commissioner.